Seven Kenyan women-led startups received Kshs 10.5 million ($70,000) through the Women in Tech Program. This was during the conclusion of the sixth cohort of the tech incubation program. The Women in ...
Hong Kong seeks fresh economic edge with enhanced security law
Non-citizens and second-home buyers stand to benefit from the 7.5% stamp duty cut to fuel a key sector revival.
Hong Kong seeks fresh economic edge while steeling security in policy blueprint
By Twinnie Siu and Clare Jim HONG KONG (Reuters) -Buffeted by years of upheaval and China's economic slowdown, Hong Kong's leader on Wednesday outlined his annual policy vision focused on ...
Hong Kong is a mega corporation in need of a clear vision from John Lee
This is not about patriotism, re-education or marching in lockstep with the mother country. It is about practicality Hong Kong's bright future depends on understanding what lies ahead and seeing that ...
Hong Kong’s Strategic Play: Reducing Stamp Duty to Revive Finance Hub Status
In a global landscape where capital moves as fluidly as water, even minor adjustments can send ripples extending far beyond their initial impact. Such is the strategic reasoning behind the recent ...
900 technology companies drawn to Hong Kong amid city’s innovation drive
Government says 400 companies set up shop at Hong Kong Science Park over past 12 months, while 489 businesses chose hi-tech park CyberportInnovators call for targeted policies to help respective ...
Trade finance and the quest for scalability
While banks have accelerated digital solutions across business lines, accomplishing end-to-end digitalization of global trade remains far beyond their reach. The complexity of supply-chain finance ...
From Hong Kong to Japan, start-up Rice Robotics brings ‘friendly’ AI bots to the service sector
Hong Kong start-up Rice Robotics has deployed a fleet of ‘friendly’ AI-powered robots in the Citic Tower skyscraper, as the city plays catch-up with Japan and South Korea in automation.
Hong Kong police hunt for trio over wounding of man at restaurant in central business district
Officers arrived at restaurant on Wellington Street in Central at around 4pm after receiving report of victim being attacked by three men.
Hong Kong real estate investments continue to disappoint in Q3
Q3 recorded HKD5.3b worth of transactions in Q3, the third lowest investment quarter since 2013. Despite a growth of 93% QOQ from Q2’s extremely low base, the investment volume of HKD5.3 billion in Q3 ...
Teenage entrepreneur selling mystery football shirts sees surge in Hong Kong sales, now looking to market in the city
Louis Jones runs a sports merchandise business with a unique concept, giving football fans an opportunity to buy mystery shirts from clubs around the world.
To support Hong Kong’s disadvantaged groups, companies should do more than just give money: Wharf chairman
Establishing a two-way dialogue between businesses and the recipients of help is crucial for both societal welfare and mitigating talent-related difficulties in the city, Stephen Ng says.
Does Hong Kong need expats back? Absolutely – foreign talent enhances our competitiveness, and diversity makes our city better
The government's efforts to attract back expatriates under various talent schemes after so many left the city have not been very effective We need to understand the fundamental reasons behind the slow ...
Hong Kong’s ‘immigrant DNA’ allows city to thrive as ‘super-connector’, seminar celebrating SCMP’s 120th anniversary hears
Hong Kong’s edge as Asia’s ‘super-connector’ with the world, combined with its resilience and adaptability, place the city in position to thrive in an uncertain world, said guests and panellists at a ...